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You won’t break my soul
A few weeks ago, I walked out of a room in the gym and heard, “You won’t break my soul” and saw a woman walking out of another gym room dancing and singing while Beyonce’s song blasted over the speakers.
“I want to be like you when I grow up,” I said to her as she continued dancing and singing. Like, full on body movement and singing like she was in the shower alone.
She chuckled and said, “That song does it for me. It hits me deeply. Four months ago, I couldn’t even get out of bed because I was so depressed. Coming to the gym saved me.”
Movement is critical to getting unstuck.
For my fellow gym mate, that meant working out daily. For others, it might mean simply getting out of the bed and taking a shower.
Depression can cause a shutdown of all things not necessary for survival. Depression can consume the body and the mind.
If you don’t have the energy to get out of bed, sit up in the bed.
If you don’t have the energy to take a shower, brush your teeth or wash your face.
If you don’t have the energy to exercise, stand up and raise your hands over your head.
If you don’t have the energy to leave the house, go to a different room.
Little movements can lead to bigger ones.
The woman at the gym started with a day or two a week four months ago. Now, it’s a daily part of her routine. The depression is lifting.
Don’t let depression break your soul. If you’re feeling stuck, move. You might be the one to motivate someone else to stick around.
Be the reason someone stays
As part of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we want to share what could lead someone to feel this way.
Mental health challenges are illnesses, just like physical ones. Mental illness can be chronic and long-term. Many factors can play a part, including physical conditions, someone’s environment, chemical imbalances, trauma or destructive coping mechanisms.
Sometimes, because of a lack of resources or education, people develop survival mechanisms that help them get through the chaos—but unfortunately, these can have negative impacts.
Feeling suicidal does not mean someone is broken. It means they may need additional help, education or resources. Think of the saying, “the straw that broke the camel’s back.”
For some, the weight of many struggles means that just one more thing can feel unbearable.
We all carry burdens, and what feels like a pond to one person might feel like an ocean to someone else.
So today, we encourage you: Help someone out. Be kind. Sometimes one small act of kindness could be the reason someone stays. Give hope—to yourself, to those around you and even to strangers.
Help us build a community of love and kindness. 💙
If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help:
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Dial or text 988
~The PEACH Pit
It’s OK to not be OK
We wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the world we’re living in today. It’s no secret—these are uncertain and, at sometimes, frightening times.
As a society, we’re more aware than ever of the challenges we face. We send our children and grandchildren to school and carry the worry that they may not be safe. We turn on the news and are met with stories that spark concern, fear or even helplessness.
What once felt distant now feels closer to home. The events we see unfolding aren’t happening in faraway places. They’re happening in our country, our states, our towns.
It’s okay to be afraid. It’s okay to feel overwhelmed or unsure. These emotions are real, and you’re not alone in feeling them.
In these moments, it’s important to remember that, whether in a close-knit community or across a larger national landscape, we’re still a people united. We may not always see the world the same way, and that’s normal. We each come from different experiences, cultures and perspectives.
But despite our differences, we all belong to the same human community. Empathy and respect go a long way. You never truly know how an event might affect someone else, so kindness matters—especially now.
Change doesn’t happen through division. It starts when we choose understanding over judgment, support over indifference.
So, let’s be there for one another. Spread love. Offer support. Be the reason someone feels a little less afraid today.
The PEACH Pit team
Remembering 9/11
You’re not alone; reach out
Hey, all!
Here at The PEACH Pit, we value our clients, and we also value our community. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, in honor of those who have died by suicide and those struggling, we want to offer ways to help, even if you cannot make it out to see us.
Potential warning signs:
- Withdrawing: This can come in many shapes and forms:
- If someone loses interest in something they previously loved,
- If someone who normally loves being around others begins to isolate.
- Giving personal items away to those around them;
- Talking about hopelessness even if it seems minor;
- Declining energy levels for work, school or activities.
Potential Ways to Help:
Even if someone hasn’t stated what is going on, sometimes it’s difficult to reach out. That’s where reaching out to those around you can go a long way.
- A check in like “How are you?”
- A supportive message like “I am here for you.”
- Offering support, not just advice, like “If you ever need someone to sit and listen, I’m here.”
- A distraction can also help sometimes, so asking things like “Hey do you want me to bring over food?” or “Do you want to go get food with me?” can also go a long way.
Sometimes, being there for someone, even if it’s not discussing what’s truly going on, can be beneficial.
Sometimes, it’s nice to have someone around you who you can talk to without judgment.
We’re all different and special in our own ways, and we each need different care. We’re not all the same, and that’s what is beautiful.
And remember, if you’re the one struggling, it’s okay to feel the way you do. It’s also okay to ask for help when needed. You’re not alone.
If you need additional resources, here are places where you can reach out.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial or text 988
The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth): 1-866-488-7386
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text START to 88788
NAMI HelpLine (Mental Illness & Resources): 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
You’re not alone. We are a community. ❤
~The PEACH Pit
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